The War on Plastics doesn’t work. There are myths recycled in this world

There is a war on plastic. Governments around the world are trying to cut the amount we use. But does science make sense?

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Plastic waste contaminates the ocean and damages wildlife. But where’s your recycling going? Most end up shipping overseas to countries responsible for most marine plastic waste.

The EU is taking measures to reduce the use of plastic. Even after the Brexit, the UK government has a number of plastic policies.

But do they make sense? Or are we making things worse and ignoring the broader issue of climate change? Is it worth recycling?

Read the FactCheck Reports on Plastic here:

He proclaims plastic straw:
https://www.channel4.com/news/factcheck/factcheck-no-evidence-for-governments-plastic-straw-claims

Plastic Bag Sales:
https://www.channel4.com/news/factcheck/no-plastic-bag-sales-arent-down-90

Is it worth recycling?
https://www.channel4.com/news/factcheck/is-recycling-worth-it

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